Bushfire Risk in Yowrie, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Yowrie, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
Yowrie is at high risk of bushfires due to the surrounding bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can quickly spread fires, threatening properties and lives.Updated 29 Apr 2026

Bushfire Risk Score

8.0/10

Yowrie is at high risk of bushfires due to the surrounding bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can quickly spread fires, threatening properties and lives.

Key Facts

Bushfire Risk
Yowrie is at high risk of bushfires due to the surrounding bushland. Hot, dry conditions and strong winds can quickly spread fires, threatening properties and lives.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Yowrie, NSW
Overall Risk
High
Postcode
2550
Highest high-risk exposure
10.2% of land (surface flood)

Bushfire Risk Analysis

Yowrie, New South Wales, has a yowrie is at high risk of bushfires due to the surrounding bushland. hot, dry conditions and strong winds can quickly spread fires, threatening properties and lives. bushfire risk profile. Key factors include distance to classified bushland, vegetation type, slope, and historical bushfire activity in the region. The New South Wales fire authority maps bushfire-prone areas and assigns BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) ratings.

The area is designated as bushfire prone, requiring specific building standards for new constructions and renovations.

CSIRO research indicates climate change is extending fire seasons and increasing the number of severe fire weather days across southern and eastern Australia. For Yowrie, this may mean shifts in bushfire risk levels over the coming decades, making property-level BAL assessment increasingly important.

Use ClimateNest for a complete address-level bushfire risk report for Yowrie including BAL zone assessment, evacuation route mapping, and property-specific risk mitigation recommendations.

Yowrie sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for bushfire risk. 9.7% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk bushfire zones and 63.4% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Yowrie.

Yowrie (postcode 2550) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are surface flood (10.2% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (9.7% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (4.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Yowrie — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Distance to BushlandAdjacent
BAL Overlay / ZoneRFS Bush Fire Prone Land Map
Bushfire Prone AreaYes

Historical Events

2019
Major

The Black Summer bushfires caused widespread damage in the region, impacting air quality and local ecosystems.

2013
Moderate

A bushfire near Yowrie threatened properties and required extensive firefighting efforts.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Develop a community bushfire plan

Immediate

Create a comprehensive bushfire plan that includes evacuation routes, communication strategies, and property protection measures.

Est. cost: Low

Improve drainage infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement a heatwave response plan

Near-term

Establish a heatwave response plan that includes cooling centers, public awareness campaigns, and support for vulnerable populations.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation practices to reduce water stress during periods of drought and heat.

Est. cost: Low

Strengthen building codes

Long-term

Update building codes to ensure new constructions are more resilient to bushfires, floods, and extreme heat.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

Bega Valley Shire Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 29 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yowrie in a bushfire prone area?

Parts of Yowrie may be designated as bushfire prone land. Based on available data, Yowrie has a notable bushfire risk. Check your specific property for BAL ratings through ClimateNest or your local council.

What BAL rating applies to properties in Yowrie?

BAL ratings in Yowrie depend on the property's distance from classified vegetation, vegetation type, and slope. A site-specific assessment under AS 3959 is required to determine the exact BAL rating for any property within the suburb.

Does bushfire risk affect insurance in Yowrie?

Yes, properties in bushfire-prone parts of Yowrie may face higher building insurance premiums. Insurers assess bushfire risk based on BAL rating, fire history, and proximity to bushland. Some insurers may restrict cover in very high-risk locations.

What bushfire mitigation measures help protect homes in Yowrie?

Effective bushfire mitigation includes maintaining cleared asset protection zones, using ember-proof mesh on vents, installing metal gutter guards, using non-combustible building materials, and maintaining defendable space. Consult the New South Wales fire authority for property-specific guidance.

What share of Yowrie is exposed to high surface flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 10.2% of Yowrie in high-risk zones for surface flood, with a further 69.9% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
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climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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